Propulsion Engineer (Raptor Test)
SpaceX is actively developing technologies to make a human settlement on Mars possible. This role offers a constant variety of diverse engineering challenges in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
We are looking for a Propulsion Engineer to ensure Raptor engines and components have been tested and qualified to function in flight conditions.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute tests at the engine and component level to evaluate hardware performance and survivability during the mission.
* Repeated ownership of test campaigns; including test plan creation, new system activation, test operations, data review, and test stand equipment design/fabrication.
* Provide daily direction and instruction to technicians to fabricate and integrate test articles and stand equipment.
* Develop and maintain test procedures, sequences, scripts, configuration files, and software.
* Operate and troubleshoot data acquisition and control systems, wiring, and instrumentation.
* Operate and troubleshoot fluid and mechanical systems that include low to high-pressure gaseous working fluids and rocket propellants.
* Automate repetitive test operations to increase efficiency and safety.
* Identify and characterize system pitfalls and potential hazards then work to resolve such anomalies by collaborating with design engineers.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering or physics.
* 5+ years of hands-on testing experience.
Preferred Skills:
* Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience.
* Experience in production and test systems.
* Demonstrated experience where quick-thinking and problem solving plays a critical role.
* Knowledge and/or experience in aerospace structural or mechanical or propulsion systems assembly and testing.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on one of the world's most complex engines to date, a full flow staged combustion engine.